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10 Dollars Corynorhinus townsendii
2016 year| Silver (.999) | 50.0 g | 42 mm |
| Location | Palau |
|---|---|
| Issuing company | CIT |
| Period | Republic (1992-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2016 |
| Value | 10 Dollars (10 USD) |
| Currency | Dollar of the United States (1992-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 50.0 g |
| Diameter | 42 mm |
| Shape | Rhombus |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured, Inlaid |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#193480 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Townsend's Earwig.
Script: Latin
Lettering: Corynorhinus townsendii
Interesting fact
The Corynorhinus townsendii, also known as the Townsend's big-eared bat, is a species of bat that is featured on the 2016 $10 Non-Circulating coin made of Silver (.999) weighing 50.0g. This bat is known for its distinctive large ears, which are thought to help it hear and locate its prey more effectively. In fact, the Townsend's big-eared bat has the largest ears of any bat species in North America, with some individuals having ears that are almost as long as their body!
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 999 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Dollars (Corynorhinus townsendii) 2016 coin.
